Liliane Bettencourt Net Worth at Death
Net worth at death (2017)
$39.5 billion
≈ $51.4 billion in 2025 dollars, adjusted for inflation
Who was Liliane Bettencourt?
Liliane Bettencourt was a highly influential French businesswoman and socialite whose wealth was built through entrepreneurial success in the cosmetics industry. As a principal shareholder and board member of L'Oréal, she played a pivotal role in the growth and expansion of one of the world's largest beauty corporations. Her business acumen allowed her to accumulate an immense fortune, making her one of the wealthiest individuals in the world at the time of her passing. She remains best known for her significant contribution to the history of French commerce and her status as a titan of industry.
Born
Died
2017
Known for
Entrepreneur
Wealth from
Economist
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